You're probably well aware Big Tech companies know a lot about you, but do you know WHAT they know? You will now. In this column, Kim reveals the steps to download the info the biggest names in tech have on you.

Let’s say you get a PDF in your email and you need to sign it. If you know a few tricks, you can do so in a jiffy — without paying for another program.

You can sign a PDF using your mouse, but I don’t recommend it; it’ll look like a two-year-old did it for you. Instead, sign a piece of paper and save it on your device using your smartphone’s camera or your computer’s webcam. You can then import that image into the PDF.

• If you’re on Windows, Adobe Reader DC is tops to sign PDFs. Simply download and install the free app and open your file. In the app, at the bottom right, click Fill and Sign and follow the prompts.
• On a Mac, use Preview. It has integrated signing options so you can skip the paper signature. Love that!

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PCs running Windows 10 and 11 include a native video capture tool, but it’s primarily designed for gamers. However, it can be used for any open application, offering a convenient way to record your computer screen and even add audio if needed. Here's how to do it.

Home security is no joke, and you can’t rely on cheap junk you find from who-knows-who online. I trust SimpliSafe, and you can, too.

You build the perfect system for your home online (no annoying salesperson), and it’s shipped right to your door. Set it up yourself, and you’ll be up and running in no time. It’s easy enough for anyone to do.

SimpliSafe’s professional monitoring agents make sure you get priority police response — even if you're away or unable to respond — for under $1 a day. That’s less than half the cost of ADT’s traditional professional installed plans.

Take a look at your earbuds, and be honest. Are they ... pretty gross? Yeah, most of us neglect to clean them often enough, and all kinds of junk can build up over time. Instead of wiping them on your jeans and calling them good, give them a thorough cleaning. I'll show you how.

Is your Wi-Fi running frustratingly slow? Your router might not be the culprit. Not exactly. It could be some common mistakes people make that are slowing your network down. Here are five things to check to get your network running quickly again.

In the '90s, an iconic character in Microsoft Office programs named Clippy was created. This helpful little anthropomorphic paper clip could teach you little tricks to help you use the programs better. But the story behind the character is fascinating.